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The beautiful trails in the Comox Valley are perfect for dog walking. On trails at Nymph Falls, a large portion of Seal Bay and at Wildwood Forest, leashing of pets is optional provided they are kept under control.

The Comox Valley Regional District (CVRD) appreciates the efforts of responsible dog owners who visit both off-leash and leashed parks and trails within our region.

Leashing-Optional Comox Valley Parks

Seal Bay (July 1 to March 30 except east side of Bates Road and Swamp Loop Trail)

All other Comox Valley parks

What does 'Leashing Optional' mean?

In leashing optional park areas, dogs may walk off-leash as long as they are kept under control and:

are on a travelled surface or trail and within 10 m (30 feet) of the person who has care and control of it

are responsive and immediately return when called

are not molesting, harassing or attacking any person or animal

Enforcement

Enforcement is by regular patrols by CVRD staff, security, park stewards and animal control officers. The enforcement no longer involves the SPCA.

A dangerous dog is defined as a dog that has killed or injured a person or a domestic animal. This also includes any dog which, when unprovoked, attacks, chases or approaches in a menacing fashion or apparent attitude of attack. Dangerous dogs must be leashed and muzzled, and must be under the effective control of a person 16 years of age or older.